Early Life and Education
Carlos Slim was born in Mexico City in 1940 to a Lebanese immigrant family. He studied civil engineering at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and later took courses in economics. During his youth, he began investing in Mexican businesses and real estate, learning how to evaluate companies and manage capital.
Business Career and Major Companies
Slim built his fortune through strategic investments in telecommunications, construction, mining, retail, and finance. His holding company, Grupo Carso, controls major Mexican businesses, including América Móvil, one of the largest mobile telecom groups in Latin America. He is known for acquiring undervalued companies, improving their operations, and holding long-term positions.
Net Worth and Global Influence
Carlos Slim has repeatedly ranked among the wealthiest people in the world. His wealth comes from a diversified portfolio of publicly traded and private companies across multiple sectors. He has also focused on philanthropy, supporting health, education, and cultural projects in Mexico through foundations and institutions.
For more details on his career and investments, see his profile on Forbes.
